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Providers TEFL Teaching Check out tefl tesol about Providers TEFL Teaching and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts G.K. - Russia said: Teaching GrammarGrammar is central to the teaching and learning of languages. It is also one of the more difficult aspects of language to teach well. We all know what words are, for example: met, she, yesterday her friend. These words tell us little but what we can do is combine all these words to make sentences, which can tell us a lot more: She met her friend yesterday. This is not as simple as it may seem ? we can?t simply put words together in a...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Ideas on How to Enhance Your Classroom Experience Classroom Management is a skill that a teacher must try to learn and gain. This skill is a skill of managing the class, organizing the class and the classroom, having a relaxed manner, and maintaining discipline. As a teacher, it's not easy to have a relaxed manner and maintain discipline at the same time. To achieve this goal the teacher needs to know how to balance. How a class is managed effectively and efficiently can affect how students perform in the class. Which is another word that means the classroom management decides the environment of studying? Table of Contents 1. Classroom arrangement 2. Establish rapport Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Implement The ESA Approach in Your Classroom Teaching a real class, first, we need to mention the rapport between teachers and students. What makes a good teacher and a good learner are tend to be "student-centered" class than "teacher-centered", which means teachers' talking time is less than students'. Being a good teacher will always remind and encourage learners about their learning motivations and interests. Table of Contents Lesson Planning ESA Method Patterns Choice of Activities in the ESA Lesson Body Language Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Crystal D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Reduce Teacher Talk Time The main goal of reducing teacher talk time or TTT is to have the teacher speaking less and the students engaging more. This essay will explore the benefits of doing this for the teacher and student, complications that could arise and how to deal with them, and how this can be implemented into any ESL lesson. It will cover a few key areas in an ESA lesson such as planning, questioning, student participation, silence, and instructions. Table of Contents Instructions Planning Classroom discipline Students participation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Benjamin R. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Class Advanced TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Class Advanced TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts W.D. - South Africa said: Phonetics-PhonologyThe purpose of phonological awareness instruction is to teach students the skills they need in order to understand the alphabetic system of English. Phonological awareness skills are a necessary component of beginning reading instruction and are the appropriate beginning point of instruction for many poor readers. Some students require instruction in analyzing sounds within words prior to beginning actual decoding and encoding...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top Strategies for Effective Teaching of Grammar Type in "teaching grammar effectively" into Google and the reader will be confronted with pages and pages of advice/frameworks/theories on how to effectively teach grammar. Table of Contents 8 Do's and Dont's for Effective Grammar Instruction 8 things to avoid Alternative Approach Theory Explanations Examples Exercises Supplementing the coursebook Carry-over 7 tips for effective grammar instruction Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Most of the content does acknowledge that there is no "golden rule" for effective grammar teaching before imparting their particular key rules or areas that should be incorporated into teaching grammar. This post was...  [Read more]

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences 8 Mistakes to Avoid When Applying to EFL Teaching Jobs In this blog post, we will look at 8 common mistakes made by applicants in their applications for ESL teaching positions. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic We are going to look at eight of the biggest mistakes to avoid when applying for an ESL teaching job. 1. Follow the instruction given about how to apply 2. Proofread your Application before sending 3. Not attaching a cover letter. 4. Not addressing the letter to a person. 5. Applying in a country where you don't meet the requirements. 6. Applying for a job you're not qualified for. 7. Not providing proof of English proficiency if you're a non-native speaker. 8. Not attaching a photo. Are you...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Classroom Management Skills Can Teachers Develop to Contribute to the Success of EFL and ESL Learners? Classroom management skills are an important part of a teacher's profession. The success of EFL and ESL learners depends on the teacher's expertise in delivering an effective lesson in a well-managed classroom. Classroom management skills vary from one teacher to another. Classroom management skills are a trial and error process. They take time to build and come with experience. Every teacher has a different style. If the students are learning effectively in a classroom, then the teacher has succeeded in delivering a solid lesson with good classroom management skills. A successful teacher has a positive effect on students'...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Reasons to Get a TEFL Course By completing the online TEFL courses, I've obtained a clear understanding of what factors are concerned when it comes to teaching English. It's important because it offers a tremendous amount of knowledge as well as benefits to whoever wishes to develop a career in the English education field. Table of Contents To start with, the TEFL begins with some general introduction of TEFL. Secondly, Theoretical knowledge is covered. Then it comes to the practical knowledge that TEFL teaches me. Teaching Skills Resources and Materials Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Fengze C. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Classroom Management There are many reasons why classroom management skill sets are really important for the basics of teaching generally. It effectively helps build a great classroom atmosphere for everyone in it as well as create rapport between the teacher and the student. Table of Contents Teaching Skills Grouping Classroom Arrangement Instructing Rapport Challenging Behavior Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Amelie R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching Skills Few of the most important skills the teacher needs to acquire are the special...  [Read more]

Productive and Receptive Skills in the ESL Classroom - Receptive Skills - Overview   This presentation is going to have a look at the idea of receptive skills and how we can go about teaching receptive skills lessons. There are two receptive skills and they are reading and listening. If we think about first of all, why do we read or listen, then there are probably two main answers to that. Firstly, it could either be for entertainment or it could be for a specific purpose. Within the reading and listening areas there are a number of sub-skills that we can teach our students. Firstly, what we can do is to show different examples of reading. So, let's say, for example, that we have just bought ourselves a new video camera and along with that video camera came a whole book of...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Inspiration to Create Teaching Materials Teaching is a creative enterprise and creating your materials is very satisfying. There are many positive reasons for a teacher to create their materials. Purposely created materials are inexpensive, tailored to specific grammar and language topics, adaptable for different language levels, specific expansions on the course resources, culturally sensitive and correct. From my perspective, among the most important reasons for creating your materials are that it adds a personal touch to your class, and it enables you to have a sense of ownership in the curriculum. Table of Contents Topics to discuss Online resources Printed materials Second-hand materials Life-learning Self-made materials...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My Philosophy on The Classroom Discipline Discipline is an important aspect of any classroom working with younger students. I currently work at a middle school, and discipline is foundational to creating an inclusive, welcoming classroom environment. Adolescents at this stage are typically very confrontational towards authority and are testing the waters to what they can get away with, or disobey their teachers. I've noticed that teachers who set strict rules at the beginning of the year, tend to have an easier time maintaining authority in the classroom and keeping students engaged. Table of Contents Basic Rules Approach to Solving Problems Chunking Emotional Regulation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas An Overview of Drilling Method as a Part of an ESL Class This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ma. C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Assessment: Goal: Examples for effective method includes: Instructions: Activity: Gesture to the class to repeat the model all together twice. This is called a chorus drill. Keep suitable and fun for the whole activity so that the students will cooperate and learn. Observations Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Assessment: The assessment of drilling is to monitor students learning and identify strengths and weaknesses. the teacher helps recognize where students...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Grammar Influences a Language Acquisition Teaching a language seems to have its roots precisely in teaching grammar: one of the first learning methodologies in history was grammar-translation. Used to translate Greek into Latin, it was inefficient for speech development, yet it remains one of the most popular teaching methods in education. Unfortunately, even from my own experience as a student, this is the preferred teaching method and it wasn't until recently that a more interactive way of learning was introduced in schools. Table of Contents Reasons to Learn Grammar Approaches to Teaching Grammar 1. Deductive approach 2. Inductive approach Young Learners Adult Learners Potential problems Are you ready to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

Fri, 26 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Guide on What You Need to Know about Grammar Grammar and the correct usage of it is a vital part of all communication whether spoken, written or read. It allows the speaker to correctly convey their message or ideas and for the listener to understand what is been said. Been able to communicate is not just about speaking or listening but been able to do this correctly and therefore the usage of grammar and how it is constructed within a sentence is important to know. Grammar develops effective communication skills and assists in fluency in the language. Table of Contents Simplification of Grammar Notion of Grammar What does it include? Grammar and other aspects Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Implement ESA in The Class? I felt confused by it when I saw it the first time but now it's unforgettable for me. E represents Engage, S is for study and A means activate. During my study of the TEFL course, I initially thought I would have only learned about ESA in one unit but it wasn't the case. I had a high frequency of interaction with it throughout the TEFL course. Table of Contents As teachers, how do we implement ESA in the class? The purpose of Engage. A clear representation of the study. A practical approach to the activation phase. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pei dong W. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Should Chinese ESL Students Have Explicit Phonetic Instruction? During nine years of teaching English as a Second language, I have discovered how important phonetics is in learning the correct pronunciation of the English language, and in fact, in any language. Derwing and Munro (2005) emphasize, "It is essential to have an accurate understanding of the target language phonological system to enhance the quality of pronunciation". Table of Contents We should look at some of the problems that L2 learners have when trying to produce accurate L1 language patterns. We also have to take into account the students. Chinese students are very reluctant to speak in a classroom setting. So what pronunciation mistakes are most common? Do you...  [Read more]

How do I choose a TEFL course? When choosing a TEFL certification course, it is essential to identify courses that adhere to or surpass international benchmarks, typically comprising at least 100 hours of coursework and six hours of practical experience. Ensure the course is externally accredited. Given the diverse options on the market, opt for established TEFL providers known for their high-quality training. Additionally, consider courses that provide robust job assistance, paving the way for a fruitful EFL teaching career abroad. Table of Contents What should I look for when choosing a TEFL course? How long should an online TEFL course be? What are the benefits of an in-class TEFL course? What are the key points to consider when choosing a TEFL course? What should I look for...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Modeling Behavior and Positive Reinforcement in the Classroom Consciously exhibiting specific behavior in the hope that it will be imitated is referred to as modeling. Certain behaviors can be strengthened, maintained, or weakened by the modeling of others when their actions are imitated. Modeling does not necessarily involve direct instruction but is a type of vicarious learning that can be very useful in promoting positive behavior from students within a classroom. It must be remembered that negative behavior can also be modeled so a teacher must have good self-reflection and self-awareness capabilities, self-discipline, patience, and tenacity. Table of Contents Planning and modelling challenging situations Classroom rules Do you...  [Read more]

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 9 Things Teachers Can Do to Improve Classroom Management This essay discusses the various ways in which teachers can more effectively manage their classroom. Understanding these methods and having them as a toolkit for everyday lessons can help to minimize student distractions, increase motivation and concentration and ultimately allow the students to learn as much as possible. I will briefly discuss the 9 key considerations below. Table of Contents 1. Eye contact, gesture, and voice 2. Grouping students 3. Classroom arrangement  4. Writing on the board 5. Giving individual attention 6. Teacher/student talking time 7. Giving instructions 8. Establishing rapport 9. Maintaining discipline Do you want to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Control Effectively: Key Suggestions for Perfect Classroom Management Classroom management is a topic that is so broad, so overwhelming that it's hard to know where to begin. A group of people coming together to learn a common subject or topic under the guidance of an instructor is called a class. The people taking the instructions are called learners and the place where the instruction takes place is called the classroom. Ensuring the smooth and uninterrupted learning environment in a classroom so that teaching takes place successfully is called classroom management. Progressively I will be discussing the strategies used to achieve effective classroom management. Table of Contents Key Strategies Positive...  [Read more]

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Great Ideas for Teaching Listening Skills in the ESL Classroom Of the four language skills taught in an ESL classroom, listening skills are often overlooked as teachers can be unsure how to make these lessons interesting and relevant to their students. However, as listening skills are a fundamental part of the language learning process, it is vital that we give them the classroom time they deserve. The good news is that there are many ways to make listening skills lessons both fun and productive. Here are 6 ideas for livening up your lesson plans. Table of Contents Popular Culture Secret Phrase Celebrity Squares Describe the Picture Listen and Quiz Vowel Cards Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach listening skills in the...  [Read more]

How much do TEFL teachers get paid? The salary for teaching English abroad or online is determined by a number of factors, including your qualifications, previous experience, and the country you desire to teach in. Let's take a look at how much TEFL teachers can earn when teaching English abroad and online. How much does it pay to teach English abroad? The salary for teaching English in a foreign country varies, but you should expect to make a respectable living. Teachers in high-paying countries might earn anything from $2,000 to over $5,000 USD per month. Your TEFL salary is determined by many things, such as the type of employer, your qualifications, your previous teaching experience, and the location of your school. Does teaching English abroad pay well? Teaching English abroad can be...  [Read more]

Centre Credible TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Centre Credible TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts V.G. - Vietnam said: Discipline in the ClassroomDiscipline procedures and techniques are extremely important decisions that any teacher has to make about his/her classroom. The techniques used and the rules the teacher created will have a great impact on the overall environment from the beginning of the course until the end of the course. Before teaching any class, any teacher should find out the ages/levels of the students in order to develop the basic suitable rules and...  [Read more]

Tue, 05 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Having the Right Rules for Classroom Management Being a teacher for the first time, I was very nervous about the type of students I would have in my class and how their behavior would affect the classroom environment and the students around them. Before starting teaching, I was mainly worried about middle and high school students. I was afraid they wouldn't be interested in the games that we would play in class and that they would just be on their phones. However, I was wrong- at least partially. The students don't use their phones during class, due to strict rules and also having a teaching assistant, which left me feeling very relieved. I was worried about having to tell students not to use their phones and ending up having to...  [Read more]

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why TEFL Teaching Requires Classroom Management? Classroom management is vital to the role of teaching EFL learners of all ages and abilities. This essay discusses some of the reasons why classroom management is important and how effective class management can help optimize teaching and learning time. Table of Contents Problems of Learning Approach Relationships Building Correction Techniques Setting Up Rules Total Physical Response Approach Miscommunication Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Carol T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Problems of Learning Approach EFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Definition of Business English from a Teaching Perspective The Merriam Webster dictionary defines Business English as: "English as used in business". While concise, this definition is of limited value to a teacher. This essay will attempt to expand on this definition in the context of English teaching. A more thorough examination of business English will precede an overview of teaching business English before concluding with a modified definition. Table of Contents The Usage of Business English What is Important about English Teaching Areas Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christopher B. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Teaching One-to-One Increases Teacher’s Confidence When teaching English as a foreign language there are a few settings a teacher can choose from such as teaching online, in a traditional classroom, instructing a large group, or one-on-one, among others. I will be discussing the motives, advantages and disadvantages, special considerations, and activities associated with the one to one set of instructions. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Students with special goals and requests Anticipated problems Building relationships Engaging activities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Austin S. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Recommendations on Obtaining a TEFL Course Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) as a course contains a variety of units that are meant to enable an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher to be prepared for the classroom and everything that they may face. Some of the most important benefits of the course are the units on the three main components of lesson structure, lesson planning, possible problems in the classroom, grammar overviews and classroom management. Even if the TEFL is not a requirement, it is an invaluable resource meant to provide support to ESL teachers wherever they may teach. Table of Contents ESA Methodology Grammar Review Preparing for Classes Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]